Engineer in Acoustics and Audio Technology

The Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic is a regional clinic within the Sense Center, Region Östergötland, responsible for all healthcare in the region within the ear, nose, and throat specialty.

As a university clinic, we have three main missions; to provide specialized care, teach, and conduct research and development. Region Östergötland consists of three hearing care clinics with about 60 employees, where we are now looking for a colleague to join our team based in Linköping.

Our Offer

For life ahead. Region Östergötland has high ambitions and a responsible mission. It is about health and care, about the development of our region, and about those who live and reside here. We want to continue to be at the forefront, with care, research, and education. It is about daring to think anew – and having the best employees. Therefore, we offer unique opportunities for further learning and invest in modern environments with efficient systems and tools. Many of us meet patients and relatives, while others create the conditions for vital interventions. With us, fantastic people work towards the same goal – to make a real difference, and for life ahead.

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Job Description

We are looking for a driven engineer with an interest in acoustics and audio technology. In the role of engineer, you will work both administratively and practically with hearing care equipment at all locations in the region.

Administratively, you should be able to plan for and update the hearing care systems and anticipate needs for new equipment, for example. You should also provide statistical material in the form of reports from the systems upon request. You should also be able to assist with introductions regarding patient safety and data security.

Practically, you should be able to operate and manage our hearing test booths and other measuring equipment. Here, quality assurance of measurement accuracy is especially important. In addition to the hearing care equipment, calibration of external equipment must also be planned, executed, and quality assured. You should also be able to assist your colleagues who need help with the systems in case of errors.

About You

We are looking for someone with a bachelor's degree in engineering or other equivalent education. You should be interested in working with patient-centered care and have solid knowledge in IT.

You have experience working in medical technology and data administration and have good knowledge of the Swedish language both spoken and written, and preferably also in English as standards and manuals may be in English.

It is an advantage to have worked with acoustics and sound and have knowledge of Auditbase; knowledge in measurement technology, medical technical safety, and audiology is also advantageous.

As the position is regional, a driver's license is required.

The work requires the ability to work both independently and collaborate with various professions. As a person, you are a problem solver who is curious about finding solutions. You are service-oriented and have the interest, willingness, and ability to help others. You plan, organize, and prioritize your work effectively and take responsibility for your tasks. You find it easy to collaborate with others and enjoy working in a team. We place great emphasis on personal competencies and social skills.

Application and Employment

Before employment in a patient-centered role within Region Östergötland, you will need to fill out an application (https://ledsys.lio.se/Document/Document?DocumentNumber=54500).

Warm welcome with your application! If you need help registering in the system, please contact customer service Support and Service, 010-103 60 00, during office hours.

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